What Can a Phoenix AZ Chiropractor Help With

Have you ever wondered what a chiropractor can help with? This is a very popular question. Everyone thinks of a chiropractor in Phoenix AZ when they have back or neck pain, but not many people think of them when they are suffering from allergies, disc problems, headaches, or fibromyalgia.

Unlike an antihistamine, chiropractic care gives the body strength to fight allergies. An allergy occurs when the body detects foreign substances and perceives them as harmful, such as dust, pollen, animal dander, etc. Your immune system reacts to these foreign substances by causing sneezing, congestion, rashes, hives, and coughing with the goal of expelling them from the body. In severe cases, an allergen can cause seizures or even anaphylactic shock. This occurs due to histamines created by the immune system in an effort to protect your body.

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What Conditions in Phoenix AZ Can Chiropractic Help?

So what conditions can chiropractic care help? Well, your spine is what protects your spinal cord. Your spinal cord is how your body communicates between the brain and every system. If there is a vertebra that is misaligned, it may be impinging on a nerve. This is important because it has been found that the nervous system plays a key role in how your immune system functions. Therefore, if your nervous system is being compromised, your immune system may be compromised and malfunctioning. A chiropractor is a specially trained doctor who helps keep the nervous system functioning properly by relieving pressure on the nerves. By doing this, you are allowing your body to function at its maximum potential and not overreact to allergens, fight infections more quickly, and decrease the likelihood of contracting illnesses such as colds and flus.

There are marshmallow-like pads between your vertebrae called intervertebral discs. These discs house nerves inside a jelly-like solution, surrounded by cartilage. They are very important for numerous reasons. These discs proved movement in the spine. When these discs start to degenerate, the spine will become less mobile and may start to fuse together. Intervertebral discs also create space between the vertebrae. This is important because nerves pass through these spaces, and if the space becomes compromised, then the nerve may be pinched or killed off. They also act as a shock absorber. When movement occurs, the jelly solution gives the disc the ability to expand and compress. If a spine becomes misaligned, a disc can become herniated, bulged, slipped, or, if it’s bad enough, it might even rupture. A misalignment is not the only cause for these conditions. Age can cause the disc to become weak and dehydrated. Not only will these conditions put pressure on the nerves, but they will also cause pain.

If you are suffering from these conditions, call Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center for a no-obligation consultation. Surgery is expensive, risky, time-consuming, and has side effects. The majority of people heal naturally through chiropractic adjustments, and you can too. Reduce your pain and improve your quality of life by giving us a call.

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Automobile Accidents

Following an automobile accident, whiplash is the most common injury. After being struck by another object from the rear or the side, the neck will thrash back and forth quickly and violently. When this occurs, the muscles in the neck will become hyperextended and may be strained or torn. This kind of soft tissue injury will lead to stiffness and soreness in the neck and/or upper back. The quick snapping movements that occur during whiplash will also likely lead to structural damage. These misalignments can also create associated herniated or bulging discs. In severe cases, a disc may rupture or cause nerve damage.

Chiropractic is proven to help both soft tissue and structural injuries caused by whiplash. There are specific, low-force manual adjustments that we perform at Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center in Phoenix AZ for those who suffer from whiplash and other injuries due to a car accident. It’s very important to make sure that pressure is removed from the nerves and motion is restored. Call us today to begin your healing and put this accident behind you.

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Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage in the joints gets worn down. The likelihood of developing osteoarthritis increases if you have suffered an injury in joints like the hips, knees, wrists, hands, ankles, feet, neck, or back. This condition can be very painful and make daily life a struggle. It can also have an effect on the rest of your body. This happens due to compensation. If a person has pain in one knee, then they are going to put extra weight on the opposite knee. This not only affects the knee you are putting more weight on, but it also affects your ankles, feet, hips, pelvis, and lower back.  Painkillers can provide relief until they wear off, and it’s time to take another pill. Chiropractic can help the pain by taking pressure off nerves and joints due to compensation. Chiropractic adjustments also help restore proper movement in joints in the affected and unaffected areas. This is important because at Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center, we focus on caring for your whole body.

The condition joint dysfunction can be described as joints that become stiff, and full movement is restricted. There are many different causes of this condition, including, but not limited to, muscle imbalance, injury, or poor posture. Compensation often leads to extra pain, much like arthritis. The sacroiliac joint is one of the joints most often affected. The sacroiliac joint is where the sacrum (tailbone) joins with the pelvis. The joint dysfunction can create pain in the lower back and limit movement.

Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is often misdiagnosed as sciatica or a herniated disc. Call Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center today to be properly diagnosed. At Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center, we will perform a thorough exam and specific adjustments to restore movement and give you relief.

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Neck and Back Pain

It is common to experience neck or back discomfort at some point in the day. Poor posture, a life of micro traumas, toxins, and much more will create subluxations within the spine. These subluxations will lead to pain because of the compressed nerves and discs. If these aches and pains are left untreated, muscle spasms and increasing pain may occur. If left untreated for a long enough period of time, nerves can eventually die, which may lead to more serious consequences. At Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center, we are here to rid your body of these subluxations and relieve your pain.

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Headaches

Headaches are considered to be a normal way of life for people today in Phoenix AZ. What people don’t know is that more than three headaches a year is not normal. There are many factors that can lead to headaches, such as loud noises, stress, or hunger, but it may not be the underlying cause. The most common cause behind headaches is muscular tension in the neck and shoulders. These tight muscles can cause stress on the surrounding vertebrae, which can lead to pain and headaches. Studies have found that 85% of all headaches can be traced back to the neck. A headache that originates from the neck is known as a cervicogenic headache. A person who experiences cervicogenic headaches is likely to feel throbbing, aching pain at the base of the head. The pain usually radiates into the forehead and temples, with pain behind the eyes. A combination of massage and chiropractic adjustments can relieve the muscular tightness and restore structure to the neck. Regular chiropractic care can relieve and prevent headaches. Come to Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center and just ask our patients!

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Disc Injuries

Bulging, herniated, or slipped discs can cause sharp, radiating pain, numbness, or tingling that affects your ability to move freely. Chiropractic adjustments, combined with specific therapeutic techniques, can help reduce inflammation, relieve nerve pressure, and promote disc healing naturally. Our goal is to restore spinal stability and function—helping you recover without relying solely on medications or surgery.

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Sciatica

One of the most common conditions suffered by middle-aged to elderly citizens in Phoenix AZ is known as sciatica. Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs through the sacrum (tailbone) and down the back of the legs, is irritated or pinched from a misaligned vertebra. Sciatica can be caused by a misalignment or a muscular problem. If a person has a disc issue or experiences muscle spasms in the lower back, their pain may be worse due to the increased pressure. Many people believe that their hip(s) may be the cause of this pain because of where the pain originates. The pain in the glute region is in the sacroiliac joint, where the sacrum meets the pelvis. Those suffering from sciatica experience shooting, sharp, burning pains down the back of their leg. It is not very common to experience this pain in both legs simultaneously. At Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center, we can help correct this issue using non-surgical methods. We will also resolve the issue rather than mask the pain with medication.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a very common condition, especially for people who use computers a significant amount. This occurs due to the repetitive movements combined with poor posture. Most of the nerves in the body run through the spine, including the nerves that run into your fingertips. Chiropractic adjustments and proper posture can help relieve the stress and pressure on your nerves and joints.

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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is defined as chronic, widespread pain and affects almost 6 million Americans. Today, there is not a lot of knowledge as to what causes it, but the symptoms include pain throughout the body, especially the joints. People suffering from fibromyalgia describe the pain as mild or severe, burning, aching, sharp, shooting, and radiating. Because of this widespread chronic pain, it is common for the condition to bring on headaches, depression, and/or anxiety. Today, there is no known cure, but research is showing that chiropractic adjustments have provided relief for those suffering from fibromyalgia. At Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center, we perform a thorough exam and provide care that strengthens the entire body by relieving stress on the nervous system.

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Pinched Nerves

Pinched nerves have been found to be the culprit behind many different conditions, from headaches to heart attacks, from infertility to widespread pain. This happens because there are structural misalignments that compress the nerves that extend off the spinal cord. This compression not only affects the direct area, but it can extend further than that. A misalignment in the pelvis can create migraines. That is why at Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center, we perform a complete examination.

There are many conditions that have been discussed that chiropractic care can help with. Not only can chiropractic adjustments help alleviate pain and help with conditions, but they can also prevent conditions through maintenance care. Regularly scheduled visits help maintain proper structure and mobility. Keeping your nervous system functioning helps keep your immune system, reproductive system, respiratory system, circulatory system, and much more functioning at its maximum potential!

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Family Chiropractic Care

We love caring for families at every stage of life. From infants to grandparents, chiropractic care helps support a lifetime of health and well-being.

Chiropractic Care for Kids

• Children experience plenty of physical stress—from birth to tumbles on the playground to carrying heavy backpacks. Gentle pediatric adjustments help ensure their growing spines and nervous systems stay aligned, supporting better sleep, behavior, immune function, and development.

Pregnancy Chiropractic Care

• During pregnancy, the body undergoes rapid change. Chiropractic care helps maintain pelvic balance, reduce back and hip pain, and prepare the body for a smoother labor and delivery. Our techniques are safe, comfortable, and tailored to each stage of pregnancy.

Wellness & Preventive Care

• You don’t have to be in pain to benefit from chiropractic care. Regular adjustments help keep your spine aligned, improve posture, boost energy, and strengthen your body’s ability to adapt to stress. It’s an essential part of maintaining long-term health and wellness for the whole family.

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Call us today at Barr Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center in Phoenix AZ for your no obligation consultation and get your body functioning at its max potential! Imagine the possibilities!